Fin's Fish Guide
The Banded scad (Alepes melanoptera) is a brackish-water fish of the family Carangidae that grows up to 25 cm.
Description
The blackfin scad is a jack (Carangidae) from the Indo-West Pacific. The species has a laterally compressed, silvery body with dark fin tips and a row of hardened scutes along the tail base. Adults live in coastal waters and form schools. It feeds mainly on small invertebrates, shrimps and copepods. It is a food fish. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Banded scad?
The Banded scad has a torpedo-shaped body, is mainly silver-grey and shows a plain pattern. Dark fin tips and hardened scales along the caudal peduncle; schooling scad, food fish.
Where does the Banded scad live?
The Banded scad lives in brackish water and is mostly found around open water. Indo-West Pacific; coastal waters.
How big does the Banded scad get?
The Banded scad grows to a maximum of about 25 cm.
Is the Banded scad dangerous to humans?
No, the Banded scad is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Banded scad edible?
Yes, the Banded scad is commonly eaten.
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Same genus Alepes
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